Infant feeding Peer supporter

Lincolnshire County Council, Spalding, Lincolnshire

Infant feeding Peer supporter

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Lincolnshire County Council, Spalding, Lincolnshire

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 23 Jan | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: f28a523cdca54a2d82a1fbf0208fb463

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting breastfeeding mothers and their families? If so we have two part-time infant feeding peer supporter positions working within the 0-19 children's health team.

The Infant feeding peer supporters will offer advice to breastfeeding mothers, addressing their concerns and answering questions, providing support and encouragement to help successful feeding. They will also facilitate group sessions, conduct home visits, support antenatal education and public health events

The role also includes educating families on breastfeeding techniques, positioning , and the benefits of breastfeeding. They will collaborate with local professionals from Family Hubs, Children's Centres and health colleagues to raise awareness with regard to breast feeding.

The two current vacancies are in Boston and South Holland (30 hours) and Sleaford and Grantham (22.5 hours).

Infant Feeding Peer Support
In Lincolnshire we are committed to supporting families on their breastfeeding journey by offering compassionate care, education and guidance to parents to ensure they have the knowledge and confidence to nourish their infants through breastfeeding.

As an infant feeding peer support worker you will play a crucial role in promoting and supporting breastfeeding within our community alongside the Health Visiting teams. You will work closely with families to provide practical assistance, emotional support and evidenced based information. Your role will contribute to the overall health and well-being of both mothers and babies and provide added support to families to successfully breastfeed.

In this role there will be a large element of lone working within the community and a requirement to complete comprehensive and accurate health records.

You will need to have a passion for supporting breastfeeding mothers and their families. A recognised qualification in breastfeeding is desirable but not essential. Flexibility to work varying hours and be enthusiastic about making a positive impact on families. The current posts are funded until 31/03/2026., In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post., Disability Confident
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